Recruitment Assistant
| Posting date: | 06 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £27,872.26 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 April 2026 |
| Location: | S9 1XH |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Exemplar Health Care Services Limited |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 305973JCQA |
Summary
Position: Human Resources Assistant
Location: Exemplar Support Centre, Sheffield
Contract type: 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract. 40 hours
Rate: £27,872.26 per annum
This is an exciting opportunity to join our rapidly growing organisation as a Human Resources Assistant.
In this role, you’ll be a key member of the Human Resources (HR) Team and support with all aspects of HR documentation including people and business data.
About Exemplar Health Care
Exemplar Health Care is one of the country’s leading nursing care providers for adults living with complex needs.
We have 50 care homes across England that support adults living with complex mental health needs, dementia, neuro-disabilities and physical disabilities.
As well as stable and secure employment opportunities, we offer great benefits and perks, and plenty of opportunities to learn, develop and progress.
About the role
As HR Assistant, you’ll provide professional, efficient and comprehensive HR support across the company and manage key functions including recruitment onboarding, employee relations, HR administration, compliance and staff well-being initiatives.
No two days will ever be the same, but your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
respond to routine questions from colleagues and managers on topics such as annual leave, sickness reporting, contractual terms, maternity/paternity leave, and probationary periods.
advise managers and staff on how to access and complete HR related forms and documents
triage more complex or sensitive issues to the appropriate Employee relations manager or HR Business Partner, ensuring continuity of service and timely escalation
maintain record of frequently asked questions and recurring issues to support improvements in HR service delivery and to identify potential training needs
signpost colleagues to relevant internal resources (e.g. policy, MyExmeplar and wellbeing support, to encourage self-service where appropriate)
deliver a consistent and approachable HR presence across our homes, reinforcing a positive and responsive people focused culture
Maintain HR systems and data management
Create Employee file and document management
Support during inspections or audits
Support Internal communications and HR campaigns
Support Absence and leave administration processes
Mange and support right to work compliance across the company
Coach and support colleagues in HR processes and procedures
Download the job description for a full list of responsibilities.
About you
Above all, you’re someone who identifies with our values of fun, integrity, responsiveness, success and teamwork.
As a HR Assistant with Exemplar Health Care, previous HR experience is essential, preferably across a variety of disciplines.
You’ll also have:
strong knowledge of HR best practices and employment legislation
excellent communication and interpersonal skills
strong organisational and administrative skills
the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality
IT proficiency, including HRIS systems, MS Office, and reporting tools
the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
What we offer
We offer great rewards and perks including:
excellent supervision, peer support, learning opportunities and career prospects
workplace pension scheme
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Wellbeing services
retail and lifestyle discounts
free DBS check
24/7 counselling and support
Blue Light Card eligibility.
How to apply
Sound good? We’d love to hear from you. Click the button to ‘APPLY NOW’.
For an informal chat about joining us, please contact 01709 565 700.
Location: Exemplar Support Centre, Sheffield
Contract type: 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract. 40 hours
Rate: £27,872.26 per annum
This is an exciting opportunity to join our rapidly growing organisation as a Human Resources Assistant.
In this role, you’ll be a key member of the Human Resources (HR) Team and support with all aspects of HR documentation including people and business data.
About Exemplar Health Care
Exemplar Health Care is one of the country’s leading nursing care providers for adults living with complex needs.
We have 50 care homes across England that support adults living with complex mental health needs, dementia, neuro-disabilities and physical disabilities.
As well as stable and secure employment opportunities, we offer great benefits and perks, and plenty of opportunities to learn, develop and progress.
About the role
As HR Assistant, you’ll provide professional, efficient and comprehensive HR support across the company and manage key functions including recruitment onboarding, employee relations, HR administration, compliance and staff well-being initiatives.
No two days will ever be the same, but your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
respond to routine questions from colleagues and managers on topics such as annual leave, sickness reporting, contractual terms, maternity/paternity leave, and probationary periods.
advise managers and staff on how to access and complete HR related forms and documents
triage more complex or sensitive issues to the appropriate Employee relations manager or HR Business Partner, ensuring continuity of service and timely escalation
maintain record of frequently asked questions and recurring issues to support improvements in HR service delivery and to identify potential training needs
signpost colleagues to relevant internal resources (e.g. policy, MyExmeplar and wellbeing support, to encourage self-service where appropriate)
deliver a consistent and approachable HR presence across our homes, reinforcing a positive and responsive people focused culture
Maintain HR systems and data management
Create Employee file and document management
Support during inspections or audits
Support Internal communications and HR campaigns
Support Absence and leave administration processes
Mange and support right to work compliance across the company
Coach and support colleagues in HR processes and procedures
Download the job description for a full list of responsibilities.
About you
Above all, you’re someone who identifies with our values of fun, integrity, responsiveness, success and teamwork.
As a HR Assistant with Exemplar Health Care, previous HR experience is essential, preferably across a variety of disciplines.
You’ll also have:
strong knowledge of HR best practices and employment legislation
excellent communication and interpersonal skills
strong organisational and administrative skills
the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality
IT proficiency, including HRIS systems, MS Office, and reporting tools
the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
What we offer
We offer great rewards and perks including:
excellent supervision, peer support, learning opportunities and career prospects
workplace pension scheme
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Wellbeing services
retail and lifestyle discounts
free DBS check
24/7 counselling and support
Blue Light Card eligibility.
How to apply
Sound good? We’d love to hear from you. Click the button to ‘APPLY NOW’.
For an informal chat about joining us, please contact 01709 565 700.